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REGISTER OF COMMUNITY BOARD BUDGET REQUESTS

For The Adopted Budget Fiscal Year 2013

The City Of New York Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor

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FY 2013 Adopted Budget Register of Community Board Budget Priorities The Register of Community Board Budget Requests for the Adopted Budget reports the FY 2013 adopted budget status of each of the projects and programs requested by the City’s 59 community boards. The FY 2013 Register is the charter mandated product of a dynamic and cyclical budget process for the 59 community boards. The community boards consult with agencies on the capital and expense needs of the district. After consulting, each community board develops and votes separate priorities for up to 40 capital and 25 expense budget requests which the agencies review and respond to in the Register of Community Board Requests for the Preliminary Budget in January. The Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) reviews these same budget requests and updates the responses for the Executive Budget. In May, the City Council holds public hearings on the Executive Budget. At these hearings, community boards, community groups and interested citizens may comment on the budget decisions contained in the Register. In July, OMB publishes the Register of Community Board Budget Requests for the Adopted Budget which informs the boards of the final disposition of their original budget priorities. The Adopted Register contains responses that reflect the changes made to the Executive Budget by the City Council. Capital project requests from community boards are site specific, and primarily for infrastructure or public facility improvements. The 59 community boards participate in New York City’s expense budget process in two ways. They indicate immediate

service needs by submitting expense budget requests with voted priorities. Boards also indicate the general importance of current services by ranking service programs which provide direct local level services. This ranking system informs elected officials and budget decision makers which programs the communities deemmost important. For FY 2013 the community boards ranked 90program activities provided by 24 selected agencies. For more specific information about programs important to the community boards, refer to each agency’s section in the Message of the Mayor for the Executive Capital and Expense Budgets. Call 212-788-5930 for more information about the community board process including consultations, the service program rankings and the geographic versions of budget documents.

The Register of Community Board Budget Requests is sorted into four versions: Community Board, Borough, Council and Agency. In all versions of the Register, each board’s expense requests directly follow their capital requests. The requests are in board order. LAYOUT OF CAPITAL BUDGET REQUESTS PAGES Column 1: Priority Number The priority assigned by a community board reflects the importance of that request as compared to its other requests. Boards may assign Continued Support (CS) to a project which received funding for construction in any year of the current Financial Plan. Column 2: Tracking Code The nine digit identification number assigned to each community board budget request. Tracking codes are unique to each request and identify the borough, community district, year submitted, and request. The first digit refers to the borough, 1 = the Bronx, 2 = Brooklyn, 3 = Manhattan, 4 = Queens, and 5 = Staten Island; the second and third digits indicate the district number. The fourth through seventh digits represent the fiscal year in which the project was first submitted and the last two digits are the request number. The letter C in the tenth space indicates a capital budget request.

Column 3: Project Information Request: A brief description of the project. Explanation: Supporting information detailing the project, and its potential benefits. Responsible Agency: The City agency which would implement the project. Council District(s): The City Council district(s) where the capital project is located. Budget Line Number: The number assigned to a capital project that was previously funded or is included in any year of the current Financial Plan. PROJECT ID: The Capital Project Information System identification number which allows projects to be entered into the City’s computer tracking system. The number of the managing agency and the project identification number make up the PROJECT ID of the project. Source of Request: Any group(s) which support the request. Column 4: Response The Adopted Budget recommendation for each budget request.

FORMAT OF THE REGISTER

LAYOUT OF EXPENSE REQUEST PAGES Column 1: Priority Number Column 2: Tracking Code The previously described nine digit identification number followed by the letter E in the tenth space indicates an expense budget request. Column 3: Project Information Request, Explanation, Responsible Agency, Same as previously described for Capital Requests. Column 4: Response Same as preciously described for Capital Requests.

Summary of FY 2013 Community Board Budget Requests in the Adopted Budget

Agency

Percent Recommended

for Funding

Expense Requests Capital Requests Number

of Capital Requests

Percent Recommended

for Funding

Number of Expense Requests

Department of City Planning 6 2 50 % % 83Office of Emergency Management 3 0 0 % % 0New York Public Library 21 45 0 % % 95Brooklyn Public Library 14 8 38 % % 100Queens Borough Public Library 14 19 47 % % 93Department of Education 39 94 31 % % 62Police Department 130 61 11 % % 2Fire Department 54 45 76 % % 48Administration for Children's Services 39 6 17 % % 51Department of Homeless Services 12 7 14 % % 25Human Resources Administration 17 2 50 % % 53Department for the Aging 79 17 0 % % 4Department of Cultural Affairs 12 18 33 % % 42Office of the Criminal Justice Coordinator 3 0 0 % % 100Department of Youth & Community Development 66 8 0 % % 17Department of Small Business Services 20 5 0 % % 25Economic Development Corporation 10 41 24 % % 20Department of Housing Preservation & Development 52 32 6 % % 0Department of Buildings 48 3 67 % % 98Department of Health and Mental Hygiene 55 4 0 % % 62Health and Hospitals Corporation 9 21 48 % % 33Department of Environmental Protection 58 141 29 % % 60Department of Sanitation 95 23 4 % % 35Department of Finance 1 0 0 % % 100Department of Transportation 117 461 18 % % 28Department of Parks and Recreation 203 477 21 % % 2Department of Citywide Administrative Services 2 3 0 % % 100Housing Authority 11 18 0 % % 0Transit Authority 7 64 31 % % 0Landmarks Preservation Commission 13 1 0 % % 100All Other Agencies 54 19 58 % % 78

1,645Report Totals: 1,264

Fiscal Year 2013 Adopted Budget RegisterBronx

Capital Budget Priorities and Requests

Priority Tracking Code Project Information

Adopted Budget Response

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Community District 01

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Request: Create a New 40th Precinct House.

Explanation: Due to major police activity within this district, it is our belief that the present station house is inadequate. They need additional space footage.

Responsible Agency: Police Department

Council Districts: 8, 17

101199702C01 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: NYPD's funding constraints, project capacity and Department priorities rule out including this project at this time.

Budget Line: PO-141

Project Id(s): PO141-001Project in Coordination with:

Request: Fund New Gym Equipment and the Re-Opening of the Computer Room at St. Mary's Rec Center.

Explanation: Funding is needed for new and functional gym equipment and for the re-opening of the computer room at St. Mary's Recreational Center, utlized by the children and adults in the community.

Responsible Agency: Department of Parks and Recreation

Council Districts: 17

101201301C02 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency recommends funding this expense budget request in FY 2013, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain.

Request: Rehabilitate Millbrook Houses Park Comfort Station and Water Fountain.

Explanation: The comfort station and water fountain within the Millbrook Houses Playground is in a state of disrepair and is inoperable, preventing patrons from fully enjoying the amenities of the park.



101200201C03 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Work on this project/program has either been completed or will be finished in FY 2012.

Budget Line: P-D021

Project Id(s): P-101MICS





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Request: Renovate and Refurbish PS 31.

Explanation: PS 31, located at 425 Grand Concourse near E. 144th Street is a historic landmark scheduled for a $26 million renovation. Presently, there is no rehabilitation activitiy taking place at the facility. Project scope, design and construction needs to be expedited for this project.

Responsible Agency: Department of Education


101200202C04 This project was not recommended by the agency at the time of the Departmental Estimates

Request: Fund Street Infrastructure and Beautification.

Explanation: Continue the rehabilitation of the street infrastructures and the beautification of the district.

Responsible Agency: Department of Transportation


101201306C05 Please contact the Borough Commissioner's office to discuss this request.

Request: Re-Use and Convert the Old 40th Precinct Building Into an Education & Technology Center.

Explanation: This location can provide a needed service to the existing community as the future site of an education & technology center.








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Request: Develop a Step Street and Refurbish East 159th Street from Eagle to St. Ann's Avenue.

Explanation: The street is in extreme disrepair; roadbed consists of old trolley rails and cobblestones. Due to the difference in grade elevation it can never be negotiated by motorists and needs to be rehabilitated and converted to a step street project.



101200402C07 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This project is included in the ten-year plan.

Project Id(s): HWXP2019

Request: Develop a Third Avenue Cultural and Historic Information Kiosk and Center.

Explanation: The Mott Haven - HUB Third Avenue area is a portion of downtown Bronx that comprises historical significance in the early history of New York. As the location is a major transit HUB for commuters, development of an informational center would highlight this history for visitors and residents.

Responsible Agency: Department of Cultural Affairs


101200403C08 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The Department of Cultural Affairs recommends this project be brought to the attention of your local elected official, i.e. Borough President or City Council member.

Request: Develop a Waterfront Public Access Park.

Explanation: The development of a street and public access waterfront park on a section of the Harlem River waterfront will provide a constructive development of this area for recreational and waterborne transportation services.



101200801C09 The future status of this site is currently being discussed by the Community Board, local elected officials and the administration.

Supported by: New Yorkers For Parks





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Request: Develop and Rehabilitate the P.S. 5 Pontiac Park/School Yard.

Explanation: The current school yard, utilized by the elementary students at P.S. 5, is in need of renovation and modernization.



101200802C10 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Department of Parks and Recreation funds are insufficient for this project. We recommend this project be brought to the attention of your elected officials, i.e. Borough President and/or City Council member.

Supported by: Administrators and Teachers of P.S. 5

Request: Provide Funding to Retain Aall Operating Fire Emergency Call Boxes.

Explanation: There is a dire need to ensure that all fire emergency call boxes in District 1 function properly in the event of a fire.

Responsible Agency: Fire Department


101200803C11 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: In the Preliminary Budget, Citywide personnel/program/ equipment funds are maintained in FY 2013. Allocations are scheduled by the agency only after budget adoption.

Request: Increase Security and Lighting on East 138th Street & Grand Concourse.

Explanation: Due to criminal activity, funding is needed to increase the lighting in this location where busineses are located.



101201305C12 DOT will survey and install additional lighting at locations where it is deemed necessary. The Community Board should forward exact locations for investigation.

Request: Install Lighting on Alexander and Brook Avenues.

Explanation: Funding is needed for lighting to be installed in the uderpasses on Alexander and Brook Avenues for the protection and safety of individuals residing or passing through that location.








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Request: Fund Renovations at the New York Public Library.

Explanation: The replacement of all windows and installation of emergency lighting at the Mott Haven Branch and installation of security systems at Melrose is needed.

Responsible Agency: New York Public Library


101201308C14 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: NYPL supports this request. However, City funded Capital appropriations are required to initiate this project.

Request: Establish a Satellte Facility in Place of the 40th Police Precinct.

Explanation: For the safety of the community's residents, install a satellite facility in place of the 40th Police Precinct when it has been relocated.




Request: Construct a New Community Park Featuring a Labyrinth.

Explanation: As Labyrinth projects are now being considered across the country as positive additions to traditional park settings, CB #1 is requesting the Department of Parks to consider the feasibility of incorporating a Labyrinth design within a new community park.



101200204C16 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This request is partially funded. Contact the Department of Parks and Recreation for specifics.

Budget Line: P-D021

Project Id(s): P-101BROO


Expense Budget Priorities and Requests



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Request: Provide and Assign More Police Officers to the 40th Police Precinct and to the Police Service Area #7 of the Housing Bureau as Well as the Transit Police.

Explanation: Due to the proliferation of illegal gun possession and rise in shootings and homicides in our streets and Housing Authority developments, there is a need for more police presence within the 10 sectors of the 40th Precinct.


101201302E01 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: NYPD's total uniformed staffing levels depend on decisions made in the Preliminary and Executive Budget process. Allocation of uniformed personnel is scheduled by the agency only after graduation of police classes from the Academy.

Request: Increase Expense Budgets for Community Boards to $350K to Allow for Hiring of a Planner as Mandated by the NYC Charter and to Support Operating Expenses for Community Boards Citywide.

Explanation: Due to expense budget cuts implemented by the city administration in recent years, Community Boards citywide have been faced with extreme hardships in meeting their Charter mandated reponsibilities to ensure the delivery of essential municipal services, participate in the NYC budget process and plan for the overall improvement and development of the neighborhoods they serve. Increasing the budgets for Community Boards will guarantee additional funding for operational expenses and equipment purchases as well as the hiring of technical staff with specialties in neighborhood planning, zoning and environmental quality review, as it relates to newly proposed development projects before the Housing, Land Use or Economic Development Committees.

Responsible Agency: Office of Management and Budget

101201101E02 In FY 2013, the community boards' budget is maintained.





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Request: Fund Development of Recreational Programming in the District for Youth Up to and Including Aging-Out Youth of 25.

Explanation: The development of new housing within the district has led to an increase in the level of youth, and aging out youth population now residing in our community district. There is a need for additional resources and services to support the activities of this population.

Responsible Agency: Department of Youth & Community Development

101201301E03 It is not within the agency's jurisdiction to acquire property to develop programs. Decisions are based on the Request for Proposals process, area needs and available funding. Sign up at DYCD's website to learn when solicitations for services are released.

Request: Increase Funding for Youth Development, Delinquency & After School Programs.

Explanation: Forty percent of our population is comprised of adolescents between the ages of 10-19 years old. There are a substantial amount of neighborhood requests for YDDP and after-school-time program funding in CD #1. Increased funding will help provide efficient and effective services in District #1.


101198905E04 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: YDDP is an important funding source for the agency which is allocated by the State.

Request: Increase Funding for Pest Control in CD #1.

Explanation: There are many vacant City-owned buildings and lots infested with rodents and insects in CD #1. In order to provide adequate service, funds are needed to purchase rodenticide and warning posters.

Responsible Agency: Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

101198907E05 Individual City agencies are repsonsible for addressing pest management on their properties. DOHMH's pest control program works closely with all City agencies to provide technical assistance in order to address these issues. The Rodent Task Force meets weekly to identify any hot spots and address them with interagency coordination.

Project in Coordination with:





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Request: Continue Funding 18 Permanent Staff at St. Mary's Recreational Center.

Explanation: This newly renovated center requires permanent staffing to maintain and provide services for our youth as well as our adult population.


101199306E06 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources.

Request: Add Funds for AIDS Education,Teenage Pregnancy and Infant Mortality Programs in Community District #1.

Explanation: More of these programs are needed to reach out to our elementary and high school students as well as to the youth in our Community District.


101199401E07 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: DOHMH funds and oversees a wide range of services for HIV/AIDS and substance abuse. We also offer a range of services for adolescents through our school-based health centers. Feel free to contact the Department to discuss specific programs.

Request: Increase Funds to Expand the Crime Prevention Program for Senior Citizens in C.D. #1.

Explanation: There are not enough crime prevention programs to service C.D. #1's senior centers.

Responsible Agency: Department for the Aging

101199403E08 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: DFTA will continue to advocate for increased funding support for aging services.

Request: Maintain Funding Level for Senior Citizen Centers in Homecare, Housekeeping, Legal Services, Nutrition and Recreation.

Explanation: These services may be cut, which will have an effect on services already being provided at a minimum level.







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Request: Fund Youth Employment During the School Year.

Explanation: There is a high rate of unemployment among our youth population. Part-time jobs are needed for students during the winter and spring seasons, while attending school.


101199408E10 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: DYCD has a number of youth workforce development programs to encourage both youth who are attending school, or disconnected to obtain vocational skills and employment. Additionally, the agency has worked with the Mayor in funding to the Summer Youth Employment program through City-tax levy funding and private donations to make up for the significant loss in federal funding. Expansion of the program depends on the availability of state and federal funding.

Request: Continue Funding the Commercial Revitalization Program in CD #1.

Explanation: There are many commercial strips in the district in need of facade and storefront improvements.

Responsible Agency: Department of Small Business Services

101199410E11 This request is more than ten years old. DSBS cannot respond without more current information. (This program cannot be funded at this time.) The agency is available to provide technical assistance to the proposed sponsor. Contact DSBS for a follow-up.

Request: Maintain Funding for Daycare Slots and Headstart Programs in CD #1.

Explanation: These programs shoud be maintained to provide Daycare Slots and Headstart Programs for children whose parents are enrolled in vocational programs, schools or who are employed.

Responsible Agency: Administration for Children's Services

101199802E12 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.





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Request: Add Funding for Asthma Treatment.

Explanation: Bronx Community District #1 has been designated as part of the Asthma Corridor. The Municipal Hospital in our district, Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center, handles approximately 50,000 pediatric visits and 45,000 pediatric emergency room visits, 5% Asthma related. Additional funding is needed for Asthma Education and case management assistance.


101200401E13 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The Office of School Health implemented a citywide comprehensive program: Managing Asthma in School (MAS). MAS includes identification of students with Asthma & provision of Asthma case management. During the school year, school nurses hold wkshps for students (such as Open Airways), parents & school staff & coordinate care with community health providers. The Bx Dist Public Health Office is working with school nurses and local pediatricians & other medical providers to coordinate services & follow-up for children with Asthma. DPHO is also an active member of the S. Bx Asthma Partnership.

Request: Increase Funding for New York Public Library Services in the District.

Explanation: In order to provide the opportunity for district children and youth to fully participate in the New York Public Library's many services, funding for the Mott Haven and Woodstock branches needs to be increased to allow for all libraries to be open six days and at least forty - two hours a week. The New York Public Library and Board One requests that the City restore funding to provide robust six day service including increased hours, diverse programming strong collections and sufficient staff to support these functions. In these challenging economic times, the services provided through the Library are needed by New Yorkers more than ever.


101200801E14 The Administration and City Council provided lump-sum restorations to the Libraries during budget Adoption. Each Library System will determine the specific allocation of the restored funds. All or part of this request may be funded by the funding restoration. If this request is not funded, it is recommended that the request be brought to the attention of your elected officials i.e. Borough President and/or City Council Member.

Supported by: New York Public Library





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Request: Improve Street Lighting Throughout the District. We are Especially Interested in the Following Intersections with Bruckner Blvd: Barretto St. Tiffany Street, Longwood Ave, and E. 156th St. In Addition, Lighting on Whitlock Ave. from Westchester Ave. to E. 165th St. Must be Improved.

Explanation: Street lighting in the district has to be improved with the installation of additional lamps and the revamping of existing lights. Proper lighting would be a deterrent to criminal activities on the street and provide an overall safer environment.




Supported by: NYPDHunt's Point EDC

Request: Provide a Shuttle Bus Service for Hunt's Point or Extend Bx 6 Bus Service to Barretto Point Park.

Explanation: Because the Hunt's Point Food Distribution Center employs 10,000 to 15,000 individuals around the clock, it is imperative that reliable bus service be available during non-rush hours. A shuttle bus service would strengthen employee recruitment for the food markets and help area residents.

Responsible Agency: Transit Authority







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Request: Improve Lighting at Bill Rainey Park Corridor Next to Park House (Interior and Exterior).

Explanation: This small park, the largest in the Longwood section of our Community District, has been over-utilized since it was built. It now requires a complete rehabilitation which would include new perimeter fencing, improved lighting, leveling of ball fields, working water fountains, new benches, adding trees, etc.




Budget Line: P-C021

Project Id(s): P-102RAIN

Supported by: South Bronx Concerned Citizens

Request: Rehabilitate the 41st Precinct House.

Explanation: Fix the non-operable elevator and provide a motorized gate at parking lot for emergency purposes.



102201301C04 Due to fiscal constraints, the availability of funds is uncertain.

Request: Provide the 41st Precinct With Proper Equipment for More Effectiveness.

Explanation: 50 folding chairs are needed for community council meetings. Also needed are mobile light towers, an unmarked vehicle and 2 mountain bikes - non-descriptive.



102201302C05 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: New equipment must be requested by the NYPD commanding officer. Vehicles are purchased on a replacement cycle. The Commanding Officer, Borough Commander and Chief of Patrol have input into the mix of replacement vehicles. Specific funding is unknown until budget adoption.





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Request: Rehabilitate and Repaint the No. 2 and No. 5 Train Station at Simpson Street.

Explanation: The condition of this station is very deteriorated.




Request: Provide appropriate funding for the rehabilitation of 52 Park ($5.5 million).

Explanation: Community District #2 has a limited amount of park space. This is the only park with a stage. This park has 2 basketball courts in which 1 court is fenced off because of flooding. The retainer wall is also fenced off because it is falling. Also the floors in the park are cracked and spreading apart and must be repaired.




Request: Fund the Completion of the Renovation of the Hunt's Point Library.

Explanation: This 86 year old building has had only one major renovation approximately 40 years ago.



102199801C08 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: NYPL supports this request. However, City funded Capital appropriations are required to initiate this project.

Project Id(s): 850 LNC00, 4IMP BMS

Supported by: Casita MariaSt. Athanasius Roman Catholic School





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Request: Complete Printers Park, Phase III.

Explanation: Our community has the least amount of park acreage in the borough both in number and in per capita. We therefore need to complete this small park on Hoe Avenue which is surrounded by both apartment buildings and private homes. Our Council Member has appropriated $1,000,000 for completion of Phase II. Another $1,000,000 is required to complete the final Phase.




Budget Line: P-D021

Project Id(s): P-1PRINTE

Request: Re-Design/Reconstruct the Bryant Avenue Overpass to Include Improved and Enhanced Lighting.

Explanation: The greatly utilized overpass must be rehabilitated to assure that it proves secure and safe passage to the many children who use it. Improved lighting, along with increased visibility, must be incorporated in to the final result.




Supported by: Bronx Charter School of the Arts





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Request: Fund the Physical Enhancement of the Longwood Historic District and Provide Necessary Speed Bumps.

Explanation: This almost 100 year-old district must be enhanced and properly maintained in order to ensure its unique beauty and historic importance. This would include landmark enforcement for facades, treepit covers, trees in the tree pits, tree maintence, historic signs and garbage receptacles.

Responsible Agency: Landmarks Preservation Commission


102201003C11 The Landmarks Preservation Commission does not directly provide funding for capital projects. We recommend this project be brought to the attention of your elected officials i.e. Borough President and/or City Council member.

Request: Provide Express Bus Service to Manhattan.

Explanation: In the event of a power outage/subway strike, express bus service would be the only option for our residents to travel to and from their employment in Manhattan. In addition, the recent rapid growth of our community warrants express bus service to the area.




Request: Increase Enforcement Signs on Picking Up Poop.

Explanation: Curbing dogs in the district has been an issue for years and continues to be an issue. Community Board #2 would like to increase awareness of the penalty, by signs and enforcement in the community, should they fail to comply.

Responsible Agency: Department of Sanitation


102201203C13 The agency has not submitted a proposal to increase funding for this project. Therefore, OMB does not take any position.





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Request: Rehabilitate Traffic Medians on Bruckner Blvd. from East 149th Street to Hunt's Point Avenue.

Explanation: The medians on Bruckner Blvd. from East 149th Street to Hunt's Point Avenue must be rehabilitated and maintained properly. Aside from being unsightly, the medians are not pedestrian-friendly.



102201001C14 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources.

Supported by: Hunt's Point EDC

Request: Create Bus-Stop Sidewalks on Westchester Avenue at Bus Stops from Prospect Avenue to Whitlock Ave.

Explanation: Extended sidewalks on Westchester Avenue at bus stops would create a safer environment for passengers entering and exiting the buses by eliminating vehicular traffic between the current existing sidewalks and train columns.



102200802C15 This capital project is included in the Adopted Budget for the out years. For details, check the Adopted Capital Budget.

Request: Construct New Public and Charter Elementary Schools in District.

Explanation: The construction of new and redeveloped housing has resulted in an influx of new families which has severely overcrowded our schools. Elementary schools are urgently needed to meet the rise in the student population. The projected increase is that over 1,000 new households will move into the district within the next 2 to 3 years.




Supported by: Mothers On The Move





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Request: Develop the Unused DOS Marine Transfer Station on Farraguat Avenue for Use as a Seaport "Attraction."

Explanation: Developing this site along the "South Street Seaport" concept would result in a high economic development project for both the borough and city. The views of Manhattan from the site would make it a major attraction for "Seaport" customers.

Responsible Agency: Economic Development Corporation


102200606C17 Additional detail on this request is required before EDC can make a recommendation.


Request: Establish a Harbor Pier Patrol Site in Hunt's Point.

Explanation: As both commercial and personal nautical activity increases in Hunt's Point, a Harbor Pier patrol site, similar to the one in City Island, should be established.





Request: Designate Hunt's Point as a Water Taxi "Stop."

Explanation: If and when, "Water Taxi" service is provided for the East River/Long Island Sound Waterways, Hunt's Point should be considered as a stop along the route.



102200614C19 This request is not within the jurisdiction of NYCDOT. Please contact the OMB's Community Board Unit to determine which agency has jurisdiction to fulfill this request.





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Request: Establish a Cultural Center in our District.

Explanation: A cultural center would foster much needed knowledge and appreciation of our residents' diverse cultural background and history.

Responsible Agency: Department of Cultural Affairs


102200609C20 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The Department of Cultural Affairs recommends this project be brought to the attention of your local elected official, i.e. Borough President or City Council member.

Request: Construct a New Hospital in Bronx Community District #2.

Explanation: There are no Municipal medical facilites located within Community Board #2's area. All of our residents without medical insurance are forced to travel to Lincoln Hospital, which is long distance from Hunt's Point.

Responsible Agency: Health and Hospitals Corporation


102200601C21 Funding not recommended. Residents/patients in the Hunt's Point area, in addition to Lincoln Hospital Center, can go to the following NYCHHC facilities: Segundo Ruiz Belvis D & C, 545 E. 142nd St, Bronx, NY 10454; John Adams Houses Health Center, 755 E. 152nd St, Bronx, NY, 10455.





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Request: Provide NYPD Traffic Control Agents on Southern Blvd and East 163rd St and Hunt's Point Avenue.

Explanation: The intersection of 163rd Street and Southern Blvd has major congestion due to the fact that it leads to 4 major highways. (The Sheridan, Bruckner, I-95 & FDR). This location is the #1 intersection in the Bronx for pedestrian accidents.



Request: Increase Park Enforcement Patrol Agents Within Community District #2.

Explanation: Community District #2 parks are heavily utilized and at times used for the wrong reasons. (alcohol drinking, drug use and sales.) The 41st Pct is down in police staff therefore making it difficult to patrol parks such as Bull Rainey Park.


102201202E02 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency recommends funding this expense budget request in FY 2013, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain.

Request: Increase Awareness of Prostitution Prevention in Hunt's Point.

Explanation: Prostitution and human trafficking continues to be a problem in Hunt's Point. Increased Food Distribution Center activity around-the-clock has worsened the situation.


102201001E03 Specific crime problems, drug activity and quality of life conditions should be brought to the attention of the local Precinct Commander.

Supported by: The Point CDC





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Request: Establish Preventive Care Programs in Local Schools and the Overall Community to Include Family Planning and Drug and Smoking Prevention, Domestic Violence, Bullying and Teen & Adult Suicide.

Explanation: Asthma issues should be addressed specifically due to the area's high poverty level and high incidence of epidemiological problems. Due to the closing and cutback in hours at child health care stations in the South Bronx, the health care needs of our school age children are not being addressed. Our schools provide good locations for our children to receive periodic exams and follow-up checkups.


102199107E04 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The Office of School Health implemented a citywide comprehensive program: Managing Asthma in School (MAS). MAS includes identification of students with Asthma & provision of Asthma case management. During the school year, school nurses hold wkshps for students (such as Open Airways), parents & school staff & coordinate care with community health providers. The Bx Dist Public Health Office is working with school nurses and local pediatricians & other medical providers to coordinate services & follow-up for children with Asthma. DPHO is also an active member of the S. Bx Asthma Partnership.


Request: Establish a Star Bodega Campaign and Awareness Program in All Local Bodegas Within Community District 2.

Explanation: Bronx Community Distirict #2 has a high rate of obesity due to non-healthy eating. The Department of Helath has put together a Star Bodega campaign and awareness program for which Community Board #2 is requesting that funds be allocated to suppport this campaign at all bodegas.


102201301E05 Currently, there are 60 Star Bodega sites in the 3 DPHO areas in the city. In the Bronx, there are 20 sites where DOHMH works closely with bodega owners to strategically stock healthier foods in their stores; healthy bodega initiative has been working with bodegas since 2006. Since then we have been working with hundreds of bodegas in the Bronx. Local community members and CBs can help promote their local small businesses to become a healthy bodega by participating in the Adopt-A-Bodega program.





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Request: Increase Funding for Both After-School Programs and Summer Day Camp Programs Run by Community Based Organizations, Such as Tutoring, Counseling, the Arts, Music and Education.

Explanation: After-school programs, run by the Department of Education, do not address the majority of students who require the extra help provided by the community based organizations' after-school programs.


102200604E06 Program siting decisions are based on the Request for Proposals process, area needs and available funding. Based on this process, the Community Board area has significant agency-funded programs including 2 Beacon programs and a number of Out-of-School Programs that provide the serves sought by the Board. Sign up at DYCD's website to learn when solicitations for services are released

Request: Increase the 41st Precinct's Funds for Enhanced Personnel to Address Drug Enforcement Activity and Prostitution in Hunt's Point and Longwood Avenue.

Explanation: The 41st Precinct has not been fully staffed for years. Despite this under-staffing, the Precinct must also give up officers to sports and recreational facilities and activities from the spring through the fall seasons when the need is also the greatest in the neighborhood. The 41st needs a fully staffed narcotics team.


102199002E07 NYPD's narcotics enforcement resources are deployed on a borough-wide basis and are available to all precincts within the borough. Specific complaints should be brought to the attention of the local precinct commander.

Supported by: The Precinct Community Council





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Request: Increase Illegal Dumping "Surveillance in Hunts Point Area."

Explanation: Because Hunts Point is the site of the only Sanitation "Self-Help" Center in the Borough, the area is dumped with whatever material is rejected at the center. We are, therefore, requesting an increase in Sanitation Police and Enforcement to enhance the surveillance of the peninsula.



Supported by: SENECA CenterHunts Point E.D.C

Request: Increase Department of Santitation Clean-Up Activities and Enforcement in CD#2. Additional Garbage Cans are Needed Throughout the District.

Explanation: Because Hunt's Point is the site of the only Sanitation "Self-Help" Center in the Borough, the area is dumped with whatever material is rejected at the center. We are, therefore, requesting an increase in Sanitation Cleaning activity to offset this dumping. Additional recycling must be stressed.








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Request: Increase Pest Control Extermination Services in Our Community to Include Rat Abatement and Bedbug Control.

Explanation: A steady increase in complaints regarding problems with rodents, mosquitos and bedbugs requires a corresponding increase in pest control extermination services in our community. The problem continues to be as bad as ever.


102199302E10 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: DOHMH has undertaken a new and innovative approach to rodent control. Our Bronx Rat Indexing Pilot Project led to an 83% decrease in properties with rodents in many areas through rapid screening inspections of every block and lot. We have expanded this pilot to Manhattan. Additionally, the City has created an online resource on bedbugs. Educational trainings are available for residents and property managers to learn the best practices on handling an infestation in a building. HPD also now has bedbug sniffing dogs available for inspection. HPD is also responsible for enforcement.

Supported by: Various Block Associations & Tenant Groups

Request: Increase Sidewalk Repair as a Result of Tree Growth.

Explanation: Community District #2 has many sidewalks in dire need of repair. The current complaint system is not addressing the problems adequately. Sidewalks along the east side of Prospect Avenue from Macy Place to Longwood Ave. and on the south side of Longwood Ave. from Hewitt Place to Prospect Ave. are particularly in need of repair.


102200002E11 Sidewalk replacement requests should be directed to the NYCDOT Sidewalk Management Unit. Upon receipt of a request, a site inspection will be conducted to determine eligibility for inclusion in a future contract by the Bureau of Street and Arterial Maintenance.

Supported by: Numerous Block Associations & Pedestrians.





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Request: Improve Teacher-to-Student Ratio at Our Public Schools in Our Community.

Explanation: The teacher-to-student ratios at some of our public schools is of great concern since it impacts negatively on teaching conditions. We request an improvement in the ratio to bring us to citywide averages.


102199301E12 Principals have direct control over their respective school-based staffing needs and will make their decisions accordingly.


Request: Increase HPD Code Enforcement Staff.

Explanation: The community board steadily receives comments regarding the poor condition of many apartment buildings in our district. HPD Code Enforcement Staff must be increased to assure that our residents live in a clean and safe environment.

Responsible Agency: Department of Housing Preservation & Development


Request: Increase Parks' Recreation Personnel.

Explanation: Less than one recreation staff person for the district during the school year is inadequate to provide our children with the adult supervision necessary to assure safe and well maintained parks.


102199104E14 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency recommends funding this expense budget request in FY 2013, but at this time the availability of funds is uncertain.





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Request: Increase Funds for Enhanced School Safety "Personnel."

Explanation: Increased vehicular traffic near our schools, especially in Hunt's Point, requires enhanced School Safety staff.


102201002E15 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Additional NYPD resources for this project are unavailable at this time due to funding constraints. However, the program will continue to operate within current funding levels.

Supported by: Bronx Charter School for the Arts

Request: Allocate Money to Increase the Number of Books Available to Our Public Schools.

Explanation: We continue to receive complaints that many of the books distributed to our public school students are in need of replacement. Our District has one of the lowest reading and math ratings in the city, so every effort must be made to assure that all reading materials are up to standard.


102200201E16 The agency will try to accommodate this issue within existing resources. OMB supports the agency's position.

Request: Increase Funds to Enhance Daycare Facilities in the Community.

Explanation: We expect the influx of over 2,000 new households into the district within the next 1 to 2 years, as a result of the construction of new and redeveloped housing units. We require an enhancement to the daycare facilities within our community to properly serve these residents.

Responsible Agency: Administration for Children's Services

102199201E17 This project was not recommended by the agency at the time of the Departmental Estimates





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Request: Increase School Health Programs in Both Private and Public Schools.

Explanation: Community District #2 has one of the greatest proportion of youth in the borough. School Health program staff should work directly in the schools providing care and referral services to children at risk.


102200602E18 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Under Local Law 57, DOHMH provides full-time nurses for public and private primary schools that: 1) have a minimum of 200 students enrolled at the end of the school year; 2) submit a request for a nurse to DOHMH in writing and 3) have a medical room.

Request: Fund a Graffiti Removal Initiative in the District.

Explanation: Many buildings, both privately owned and city owned, have been defaced by graffiti. This graffiti is both general in nature and gang related. If this graffiti is not removed on a timely basis, it will only encourage more vandalism.

Responsible Agency: Community Assistance Unit

102200902E19 The agency has not submitted a proposal to increase funding for this project. Therefore, OMB does not take any position.

Supported by: Bronx Community Solutions41st Precinct Community Council

Request: Increase Social Services for Seniors and Enhance Daily Delivery Service of "Meals On Wheels" and Restore the HEAP Program Along with General Food Banks.

Explanation: Our growing senior population needs and deserves increased social services to help them resolve their many problems which include proper "Meals on Wheels" service.







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Request: Increase Funding for the Summer and Year-Round Youth Employment Program.

Explanation: The Summer Youth Employment Program provides a desirable alternative activity to our youth. It exposes them to working skills and to the "World of Work" at an early age.


102200603E21 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: The agency has worked with the Mayor in funding SYEP through City-tax levy funding and private donations to make up for the significant loss in federal funding. Expansion of the program depends on the availability of state and federal funding.

Request: Increase DEP Staff to Monitor and Close Open Hydrants During the Summertime.

Explanation: Open hydrants are a waste of a vital resource and every effort must be made to assure that wasteful open hydrants are shut down as quickly as possible.

Responsible Agency: Department of Environmental Protection

102200804E22 The agency will try to accommodate this request within existing resources.





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Request: Reconstruct Southern Blvd. from Jennings Street to East 174th Street.

Explanation: Reconstruction of Southern Blvd. from Jennings Street to E. 174 Street, is necessary because of the deteriorated condition of the street. This project, formerly under the aegis of the NYC Department of Transportation, has been re-assigned to the NYC Department of Environmental Protection per the FY 2010 Borough Consultation hearings. NYC DEP needs to take into consideration that this portion of the street is under an elevated train structure in addition to being the passage way for the Santini Moving and Storage Co.

Responsible Agency: Department of Environmental Protection


103198502C01 This project is included in the Ten-Year Plan.

Budget Line: HW-698

Project Id(s): HWX698W

Supported by: M.D.B. Community Housing Corporation





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Request: Provide for New Construction of Park at Site 32 Within the Melrose Commons Urban Renewal Area bounded by East 159th St., Melrose Avenue, East 160th St. and Elton Avenue.

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three is requesting agency consideration for theconstruction of a new park at Site 32 within the Melrose Commons Urban Renewal Area, to further URA plan implementation. This request is being made in consideration of the construction of new Partnership Homes on Elton Avenue (Site 19), the 85/85 Project on Third Avenue (Site 28), as well as the Section 202 development on Melrose Avenue (Site 33).



103200206C02 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This is a Department of Parks and Recreation project with prior, current, and/or expected future year commitments. Contact the agency for specifics.

Budget Line: P-D021, P-C021, WM0011

Project Id(s): P-103MP32, P-101MELR, P-1CROT41

Supported by: Office of the Bx. Borough PresidentNos Quedamos/We Stay Committee





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Request: Provide for the Re-Construction of East 161 St. Between Park and Third Avenues.

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three is requesting the re-construction of East 161 St. between Park and Third Avenues to complement an existing urban design initiative for a new streetscape of East 161 St. bounded by River and Park Avenues within Community District Four. This capital request will underscore the existing re-construction of the bridge underpass at East 161 St. in addition to the new Criminal Court Complex undertaken by the NYS Dormitory Authority. Additionally, approximately $3.5 million will be spent for streetscape improvements up to the Melrose Metro-North train stop.



103200207C03 Please contact the Borough Commissioner's office to discuss this request.

Supported by: Office of the Bx. Borough PresidentNos Quedamos/We Stay Committee





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Request: Provide for Renovation of Phase II of Rocks and Roots Park at Third Avenue and East 167th St.

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three is requesting that the N.Y.C. Dept. of Parks and Recreation fund the construction of Phase II of Rocks and Roots Park to include site stabilization due to topography, landscaping, perimeter fencing, pathways, new recreational playground and/or facility to include a waterfall at the site of East 167th St. and Third Avenue (east side, Block 2608, Lots 38, 39, 40, 43, 48, 53, 54). Such site will attract resident youth living at the Claremont Consolidated NYCHA development on Washington Avenue, as well as the numerous residential developments along Boston Road and East 163rd St. within Community District Three.



103200101C04 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This is a Department of Parks and Recreation project with prior, current, and/or expected future year commitments. Contact the agency for specifics.

Budget Line: P-D021

Project Id(s): P-103RRPK

Supported by: St. Augustine's Church

Request: Renovate Ballfields 4 and 5(contiguos and integrated playing areas) to provide for removal of old and installation of new bleachers, new drainage, new fencing, new playing field surface with related field markings, water fountains and new comfort station.

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three recognizes that ballfields four (4) and five (5) at Crotona Park North near Prospect Avenue, require renovation due to their existing condition which has been compromised over the years because of regular seasonal league use and general community recreational play. Such fields serve the larger community of individuals in Community District Three who enjoy baseball as well as Bronx Community District Six to the north.








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Request: Develop Recreational Play Area at Block #2979 - Lots #28, 30, 31, 33, 35, 36 (Hoe Avenue between Home & Freeman Streets).

Explanation: Due to increased residential/homeownership development within this area of Crotona Park East and in consideration of the lack of sufficient local recreational play areas/facilities, Community Board No.3 is requesting that the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation provide for the development of an infill recreational play area for resident youth at this vacant city owned assemblage. The scope of work at this site should include landscaping, plantings, passive seating, 1/2 basketball court, floor games and play equipment




Budget Line: P-C021, P-X245

Project Id(s): P-102TENN, P-102TENN

Supported by: West Farms Haven Homeowners Association

Request: Renovate Ballfield #3 Within Crotona Park.

Explanation: Located on Fulton Avenue near East 174 Street (east side), Ballfield #3 requires any and all necessary improvements for conversion of the existing field to an '"all purpose" field suitable for soccer, football and baseball. Additionally, the scope of work should include the removal of old and installation of new bleachers, grading, drinking fountain and fencing. This field should serve to extend the play area of ballfield #3 to Crotona Park North.




Supported by: Phipps Housing Dev. Corp.





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Request: Renovate Playground #5 (Hill and Dale) in Crotona Park at Crotona Park East and Suburban Place

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three is recommending that the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation fund the renovation of Hill and Dale playground due to its existing poor condition. Playground #5 requires new drainage due to severe ponding conditions after heavy rainfall, new play equipment and safety surface matting as well as removal of the existing concrete structures within the play area. This funding request is supported by PS 61, IS 90, JHS 98, Bronx HS for Performance and Stagecraft and the Academy for Scholarship and Entrepreneurship: A Co.



103201102C08 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: This request includes more than one project. Funding for part is already in place and/or work is underway or completed for certain portions. Contact the Department of Parks and Recreation for specifics.

Supported by: PS 61, IS 90, JHS 98, Bronx HS for Performance and StagAcademy for Scholarship and Entrepreneurship: A Co

Request: Reconstruct Comfort Station within Crotona Park at East 171 Street and Fulton Avenue.

Explanation: Improvements to the existing comfort station to allow for reactivation of its former use, would support the prior rehabilitation by the Department of Parks and Recreation, of Playground #10 in New York City FY 97/98. These improvements should include allowances for ADA acessibility.








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Request: Provide Enhanced Street Lighting at Southern Boulevard from East 174th St. to Freeman St. at the "underside" of the Elevated IRT #'s 2 & 5 Train Lines.

Explanation: In consideration of E.D.C. plans for future commercial/retail development along Southern Boulevard and the proposed re-construction of Southern Boulevard planned for FY 2014(HED553), enhanced illumination along the underside of the elevated IRT train structure at Southern Boulevard, would serve to complement commercial revitalization activities in this area of Community District Three, currently underway or planned. This item was previously submitted to the N.Y.C.T.A. in FY 1995 and is now being re-submitted due to imminent retail development plans along E. 174th St. & Southern Boulevard. Furthermore, the completion of improvements to the East 174th St. and Freeman Street train stations by NYC Transit, warrant consideration of this request in the future.



103199501C10 This request is not under the Transit Authority's jurisdiction. Contact the M.T.A. and/or your elected officials.

Budget Line: HW-698

Project Id(s): HWX698

Supported by: Mid-Bronx Desperadoes, Inc. (MBD)Whedco

Request: Provide for Renovation of Ballfield #2 in Crotona Park.

Explanation: Located on Fulton Avenue, near East 172 St. (east side), Ballfield #2 requires the installation of high intensity sports lighting, the necessary repair/replacement of deteriorated fence conditions, playing field improvements including soil turnover, re-seeding and field re-markings. Improvements of this nature would complement additional capital construction currently underway or planned within Crotona Park.








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Request: Provide for Installation of high intensity security/sports lghting and additional electrical outlets for stage area, at Eae J. Mitchell Park (East 174th St. and Longfellow Avenue- Block 2998, Lot 156).

Explanation: Eae J. Mitchell Park requires high intensity 'security/sports" lighting along the north side of the park adjacent to the Cross Bronx Plaza Shopping Mall. This lighting would serve as a deterrent for substance abuse use and narcotic sales within the park area during late evening hours. Additionally, the park is in need of the installation of sports/security lighting and electrical outlets suited for special events, stage and musical performances and use, throughout the year.


Council Districts: 15, 16, 17

103200501C12 OMB supports the agency's position as follows: Further study by the agency of this request is needed. Contact the agency.

Supported by: Mid-Bronx Community Housing Corp.North Longfellow United Block Assoc. and the 42 Precinct.

Request: Provide for the re-construction of the existing comfort station within Railroad Park/Playground (Melrose Park; Site 58) within the Melrose Commons Urban Renewal Area (East 161 St. and Park Avenue).

Explanation: This park/playground is utilized by children at the Morrisania Air Rights NYCHA project, the Labor Sherman Day Care Center and the immediate community. Plans should be undertaken to renovate the existing building to a comfort station and for park concession operations. This would serve to benefit the area in fostering increased utilization of the Metro-North Subway Station. This location also serves as a major point of transfer for existing bus lines numbered BX 2, 41, 55 and 6.



103200203C13 The future status of this site is currently being discussed by the Community Board, local elected officials and the administration.

Supported by: Nos Quedamos/We Stay Committee





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Request: Reconstruct Dunbar Playground from Trinity to Cauldwell Avenues at East 161st to East 163rd Street.

Explanation: Recent improvements were done to the asphalt play area(softball field) to convert the surface to an all purpose synthetic turf under the PLANYC "Asphalt to Turf Initiative". Bronx Community Board Three and the Hilton White committee support a request for the restoration of the handball court and walls, basketball courts, rims(double rims/outdoor nets)and backboards, as well as the installation of new permiter fencing,benches and sidewalks. Estimated cost: $500k




Supported by: Hilton White CommitteePaul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, MS 301

Request: Reconstruct Crotona Park - Playground #4(Crotona Park East, Crotona Park North, East 175 St. and Southern Boulevard).

Explanation: Provide for reconstruction of Playground #4 to include recreational amenities for neighborhood youths. Estimated cost $500k+








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Request: Renovate the Existing Comfort Station at Gouverneur Morris Playground.

Explanation: The capital re-construction of Gov. Morris Playground totalled nearly $1.7 million and included new spray showers, swings, playground and park house improvements, basketball lighting, asphalt grading, sitting area and handball court improvements, in addition to approx. $173,000 in requirements contract work for fencing, color seal coating, new backboards, rims and related curb work associated with the basketball courts. Presently, the Morris Houses Tenants Assoc. requests the renovation of the existing comfort station because it remains as the only capital item unaddressed and because it services numerous children in local day care and head start programs. This comfort station should also be upgraded to include ADA accessibility.




Supported by: Morris Houses Tenants Association

Request: Construct a Fence at the Garden Area within Eae J. Mitchell Park at East 174 St. and Longfellow Avenue (Block 2998, Lot 156).

Explanation: Due to the excessive and unbridled nature of play conducted by neighborhood youth frequenting Eae J. Mitchell Park, the integrity of the garden planting area, which is currently unfenced, has been compromised. Consequently, the Mid-Bronx Community Housing Corporation has requested that the N.Y.C. Department of Parks and Recreation install a three (3) foot high wrought iron fence to preclude any adverse impacts on the parks garden areas.




Supported by: Mid-Bronx Community Housing Corp.





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Request: Provide for Renovation of Swimming Pool at P.S./M.S. 4 located at Fulton Avenue and East 173 St. in Community District Three.

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three is requesting that the NYC Department of Education, in collaboration with the School Construction Authority, fund improvements to the swimming pool at P.S./M.S. 4 to include ceiling painting and re-grouting of existing tile ($30k) in addition to the replacement of broken tiles, deck re-surfacing and upgrading of pool lockers and locker room.




Supported by: The Phipps Houses Group

Request: Install Security Lighting at Drew Playground.

Explanation: In view of recent capital improvements undergone and proposed for Drew Playground related to asphalt work, renovation of basketball courts with sports coating, bench replacements, fence installation, playground improvements, play unit installation and sprinkler system installation, Drew Playground is in need of security/sports lighting at the general park sitting and play areas to promote extended play conditions for youth during summer hours. The installation of such lighting in the area of the basketball courts would also allow for extended summer play and organized tournament events for youth of all ages.




Supported by: St. Johns Lutheran ChurchChildrens Circle Day Care Center





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Request: Install Park Benches Along Perimeter Areas of Crotona Park.

Explanation: Due to the increased utilization of Crotona Park as a result of increased capital project development of ballfields and play areas, residents have sought to increase the availability of park seating along the sidewalk perimeter for passive relaxation and enjoyment purposes.




Supported by: Phipps Houses

Request: Install wrought iron fencing at Rock Garden Community Park (Bryant Avenue, Longfellow Avenue, East 173rd St. and East 174th St.).

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three is requesting that the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation install additional wrought iron fencing at the Rock Garden Community Park adjacent to Bryant Mews/Senior Citizens Park. Said fencing is requested for installation within the Rock Garden park, alongside an existing but defective chain link fence which is privately owned by 1690 Bryant Avenue. The NYC Department of Parks and Recreation must develop the scope of work for this project in collaboration with the North Longfellow United Block Association.




Supported by: North Longfellow United Block Association





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Request: Install New High Intensity Sports/Security Lighting at Ballfield # 1 in Crotona Park at Claremont Parkway and Crotona Avenue.

Explanation: Ballfield # 1 was the subject of recent capital improvements completed in 2006, which included new bleachers, new sod and upgraded irrigation at the cost of $800k, provided by NYC Councilman Joel Rivera ( CD 15). At the request of Jaws Baseball Little League, Inc., Bronx Community Board Three is requesting the installation of new high intensity sports/security lighting for extended evening and tournament play for youths.




Supported by: Jaws Baseball Little League, Inc.

Request: Construct a New State of the Art 42nd Police Precinct.

Explanation: Consider plans to construct a new State of the Art 42nd Police Pct. Recent capital improvements to the structure at 830 Washington Avenue entailed a newfront desk, platform reconstruction, sub-floor structural improvements, relocation and/or replacement of utilities and the disconnecting, repiping and re-installation of radiators. Recent information has revealed that the department will be forced to expend additional capital appropriations on the re-construction of the entire roof due to physical deficiencies. Board 3 makes this request in view of realistic uncertainties related to other capital systems and based on the projected increase of patrol officers in future years.




Supported by: Mid Bronx Community Housing Corp.





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Request: Provide Equipment in District #3 for Efficient Operations.

Explanation: Provide/replace the following equipment in District #3: 5 collection trucks, 1 dual purpose truck, 1 wrecker, 1 salt spreader, 2 mechanical brooms.



103198919C24 Any request for an increase in Department of Sanitation fleet size is an issue of service delivery and/or agency policy.

Request: Provide a Sanitation Garage Facility in Bronx Community Board Three.

Explanation: The rehabilitation of over 200 vacant buildings and 27 acres of vacant land will almost double the current population of Community Board #3. This increase in population will demand an increase in Sanitation services. A Sanitation garage facility must be planned in order to cope with the service requirement of the additional population.




Request: Install a ramp for skateboard play and activity within Crotona Park

Explanation: Bronx Community Board Three is requesting the installation of a skateboard ramp for youth in Crotona Park, similar to the ramp which exists at Mullaly Playground on River Avenue in Community District Four. Area youth who engage in recreational activities with skateboards, could improve their skills as a result .








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